Israeli woman abducted by Hamas, held hostage in Gaza, shares ordeal of weeks-long captivity
Mia Schem: A Survivor’s Tale of Terror
In a shocking revelation, 21-year-old Mia Schem, an Israeli-French woman who was abducted by Hamas, has opened up about her harrowing experience during her 54 days in captivity in Gaza. Schem describes it as a “holocaust” and boldly declares, “Everyone over there is a terrorist.”
It all began when Schem was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists during a music festival in southern Israel. She was then held captive by a family in Gaza who were collaborating with the terrorist organization. Fortunately, she was freed as part of a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Now, as a tattoo artist, she is bravely sharing the terrifying details of her time as a Hamas hostage.
During an interview with Channel 13, Schem emphasized the importance of revealing the truth about the people living in Gaza and the reality she experienced there. When asked why it was important to her, she responded, “That I went through a holocaust. Everyone over there is a terrorist.”
Former hostage Mia Schem: ”I went through a Holocaust” pic.twitter.com/FsTGSd6OX7
— Aviva Klompas (@AvivaKlompas) December 28, 2023
Reflecting on her captivity, Schem discovered that entire families in Gaza serve Hamas. She found herself questioning why she was in a family’s home, surrounded by children and a wife. This realization further solidified her belief that everyone in Gaza is connected to terrorism.
Hamas has ruled the Gaza Strip for over 15 years, enjoying strong support from the Palestinian people living there. Shockingly, a recent poll revealed that around 60% of Palestinians in Gaza supported Hamas’ attack on Israel, with only 21% opposing the terrorist act.
Shortly after being taken hostage, Schem appeared in a video posted by the terrorists, pleading for her safe return. She revealed that her captors had performed a three-hour surgery on her injured arm. Despite their supposed care, Schem desperately begged to be reunited with her family.
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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) condemned Hamas’ actions, stating that they try to portray themselves as humane, but in reality, they are a horrific terrorist organization responsible for the abduction and murder of innocent people, including babies, children, men, women, and the elderly.
Hamas Islamist terrorists have released video of an injured Israeli hostage Mia Schem from Gaza.
IDF Statement 👇
Last week, Mia Schem’s family was informed by IDF officials that Mia had been abducted.
IDF representatives are in continuous contact with the family.
The IDF is… pic.twitter.com/nHG587QtF4
— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) October 16, 2023
How did Mia Schem become a target for Hamas and why did they want to kill her?
Such a dangerous situation and why she was targeted by Hamas. Schem stated, “I have no idea why they took me and why they wanted to kill me. I think they just wanted a hostage to negotiate with Israel or to show off their power.”
As the days turned into weeks, Schem endured relentless physical and psychological torture. She was regularly beaten, starved, and subjected to unimaginable cruelty. She described how her captors would often taunt her, saying, “You’re never going to see your family again. No one cares about you.”
Schem’s resilience and determination to survive kept her going during those dark days. She shared that she would frequently repeat the phrase, “One day at a time” to herself, reminding herself to focus on each moment instead of dwelling on the overall horror of the situation.
Finally, when the temporary ceasefire was announced, Schem was released and returned to her family, who had been living in constant fear and uncertainty during her captivity. She was embraced with love and relief, but the scars of her experience remain.
Now, as she rebuilds her life as a tattoo artist, Schem is determined to use her voice to shed light on the atrocities committed by Hamas and the everyday reality for innocent people living in Gaza. She wants the world to know that there are those in Gaza who are perpetuating violence and terror, and that the true victims are the innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.
Schem’s story is a chilling reminder of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the devastating impact it has on individuals and communities. It serves as a call to action for world leaders and the international community to prioritize finding a lasting solution that brings peace and safety to the region.
As we listen to Mia Schem’s harrowing tale of survival, we must remember that she is just one voice among the millions who have been affected by the conflict. We must amplify these voices and work towards a future where no one has to endure the horrors she experienced. Only then can we truly hope for a world where peace and justice prevail.
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